Corona rings.

The City of Austin Purchasing Office is seeking quotations for Corona Rings through Invitation for Quotation (IFQ) 1100 BAS1078, with a specific requirement for thirty units of 16.5" X 36" X 1.66" Corona Rings featuring a tri-yoke design manufactured from aluminum tube. The approved manufacturer is HPS with part number TCR47811, to be delivered to Austin Energy-Cameron Warehouse in Pflugerville, Texas. Quotations must be submitted by January 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM directly to Bailie Shotwell via email, with respondents required to complete a Price Sheet and signed Offer Sheet as minimum submittal requirements. The City will evaluate offers based on lowest responsive pricing, with potential award possible for individual line items, categories, or aggregate pricing. Submission requirements include all-inclusive pricing with FOB Destination terms, covering handling and shipping charges, and quotes must not include federal excise or state sales tax. Respondents must certify non-debarment status, compliance with wage theft ordinances, and non-discrimination policies.

The solicitation follows a two-tiered procurement approach, initially notifying certified Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBS) and Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) vendors before potentially expanding to all registered vendors. Awarded contractors must complete the City of Austin Wage Theft Training within thirty days of contract award. Insurance requirements vary depending on the shipping method, with modified liability coverage for common carrier shipments. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves thirty units of specialized equipment. All submitted offers are subject to public disclosure under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, with provisions to protect proprietary materials. Successful vendors will be expected to meet payment terms of net thirty days, contingent upon satisfactory delivery and potential payment discounts at the City's discretion.